Food lovers adore San Francisco—and with good reason. The city’s proximity to fresh seafood and abundant produce from nearby Napa, Sonoma and other prime growing regions gives chefs exceptional ingredients to work with. The result is a vibrant dining scene where innovation and quality converge. When you’re visiting the City by the Bay, be sure … Read more
A vibrant country where lively cities meet picturesque countryside and centuries of history, Ireland has established itself as a top MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) destination. Direct flights connect Belfast, Dublin and Shannon with multiple U.S. cities, and additional options are available through connecting routes. Travelers departing from Dublin and Shannon can pre-clear U.S. … Read more
Aer Lingus will launch a new transatlantic route connecting Dublin (DUB) and Seattle (SEA), marking the airline’s 13th destination in North America. The service will operate four times per week, beginning on May 18, 2018, and represents the first non-stop flight between Dublin and Seattle. Aer Lingus reports that through connections passengers can travel from … Read more
SINGAPORE Singapore is a dynamic hub of Asian politics, commerce and culture, where Chinese, Indian and Malay traditions sit alongside British colonial influences and modern urban design. Explore vibrant shopping streets like Haji Lane and the famously tree-lined Orchard Road, visit distinctive museums that preserve the city’s heritage, and sample exceptional food—from hawker-market favorites to … Read more
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to open its first hotel in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Slated to begin welcoming guests in January 2015, the Hyatt Regency Tashkent will be positioned beside the city’s National Library and is planned to offer 300 rooms and suites, two restaurants, a bar, a spa, a fitness center … Read more
Author and multimedia artist Thordis Niela Simonsen has guided tours and led artistic retreats in Greece since she fell in love with the country years ago while working as a documentary filmmaker. Now based in a sunlit village in the Peloponnese, Simonsen runs small, intimate groups of up to eight participants on carefully crafted Excursions … Read more
Long before U.S. national parks became popular vacation destinations during the pandemic, I was already an enthusiast. Last year my count reached 28 parks as I work toward seeing all 63 of what novelist and conservationist Wallace Stegner called “the best idea we ever had.” My most recent visits reminded me not only of the … Read more
Sofitel has unveiled LeVestiaire, a global wardrobe created in collaboration with French designer Cordelia de Castellane. This mix-and-match collection merges couture sensibility with everyday sophistication, allowing the brand’s 25,000 employees—from front desk to housekeeping—to express individuality with ease. LeVestiaire will begin its rollout across Sofitel’s 120 hotels worldwide starting at the end of 2026. © … Read more
Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas is celebrating the Lunar New Year with a Year of the Rabbit installation at the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Open through March 4, the display offers guests an immersive experience that highlights Asian culture and tradition. Designed by Ed Libby in collaboration with the Bellagio horticulture team, … Read more
Europa-Park in Rust has taken the top spot in a recent survey of Germany’s most-visited attractions, dethroning the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle. This vast amusement complex combines high-thrill rollercoasters and family-friendly rides with themed lands such as Adventure Land, Minimoy’s Kingdom and Grimm’s Enchanted Forest. Visitors also enjoy international-themed zones, ice shows and a packed schedule … Read more